🌿 All About Cryptocoryne willisii 'Narrow' – Growow TC Plant Cryptocoryne willisii 'Narrow' is a compact and slender-leaved variant of the Cryptocoryne family, ideal for aquarium midground or foreground planting....
Cryptocoryne willisii 'Narrow' is a compact and slender-leaved variant of the Cryptocoryne family, ideal for aquarium midground or foreground planting. It is popular among aquascapers for its low-growing habit, easy care, and tolerance of varied water parameters. Its narrow, grass-like leaves gently sway with the water flow, creating a natural, serene aesthetic.
As a Growow Tissue Culture (TC) Plant, it is delivered sterile, algae-free, and pest-free, ensuring a clean start for any aquascape.
Scientific Name: Cryptocoryne willisii 'Narrow'
Family: Araceae
Origin: Sri Lanka
Growth Position: Foreground to midground
Type: Rosette, root-feeding aquarium plant
Height: 5–10 cm
Leaf Shape: Long, thin, narrow-blade leaves
Color: Green to olive-green
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Propagation: Rhizome division or runners
Light Requirement: Low to medium
Lighting: Low to medium (can tolerate low light very well)
CO₂: Not mandatory, but improves growth and coloration
Substrate: Nutrient-rich (aquasoil or enriched substrate recommended)
Water pH: 6.0–7.5
Temperature: 22–28°C
Placement: Foreground or midground (especially effective in nano tanks)
Free from algae, snails, and pathogens
Easy to divide and plant
Perfect for shrimp tanks and sensitive setups
Clean and safe introduction into any aquarium
Low-maintenance and beginner-friendly
Does well in low-tech tanks
Adds a soft, grassy texture to planted layouts
Stays compact, making it ideal for nano and small aquariums
No need for frequent trimming or care
Ideal for natural, jungle, or river-style aquascapes
Can be planted in small clumps for a denser effect
Use in combination with:
Anubias nana petite (foreground)
Bucephalandra varieties (hardscape)
Cryptocoryne wendtii or Staurogyne repens (midground)
Works beautifully along rocks or driftwood edges
💡 Pro Tip: Like all Cryptocorynes, it may undergo “Crypt melt” when adapting to a new tank. Don’t worry — the roots remain alive, and new growth will emerge once conditions stabilize.
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